This blog started out as a family blog. The name derives from the fact that, according to the Chinese Zodiac, all the members of my household are Monkeys.
Somehow, my hobbies started taking over, and I finally gave in. You'll still see an occasional "family" post, but mostly, this Monkey likes to show off.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Kitschy Cute Octopus

My version of the old curly-legged octopus. No seams here, because that's how I like it.

(Updated with some changes and more pictures, to make it easier.)

Read on, or download the pdf (if for some reason the pdf doesn't work, please email me and I'll get that pdf right to your email (see below for my addy, or, from the download page, click "share" and it should send me an email letting me know you'd like a copy))

Worsted Yarn (or whatever you have - just adjust your hook size to match)
Crochet Hook size E (if you have trouble, just go up a size)
Pair of 9mm Safety Eyes
Stuffing

Cut yarn, leaving about 8". Do a nice finish, and run the yarn up to the center top. Stitch to secure, then hide yarn end within body.

(I have worked through this a couple times, but I know it's easy to be blind to your own errors. Please comment or email me if you have questions, or if something seems off in the directions.)

Pattern was inspired by several other Octopus patterns, but in the end, is my own creation. Please respect my rights as pattern writer by giving me credit and providing a link back to me if you use this pattern.

Want one, but you don't crochet? Contact me: booketteATliveDOTcom, and I can make one for you, you choose the color.

About Me

I sew, I knit, I crochet, I bake, I DIY, I weave baskets, and I watch a lot of movies. By day, I'm an accountant. By night, I read more than is good for me, and I try to keep my brain healthy by putting together 1000 piece jigsaw puzzles. I like my life.